God's Connections

So.  I've rotated at places in the states with surgeons that work at Tenwek and other mission hospitals without ever knowing that this was the case except when I walked into their OR and started talking.  Met people who have like interests in international surgeries (that also happen to be chairmen or program directors).  I have left interviews with new connections into the international surgery community.  Today, revival broke out in the recovery ward, people were asking for bibles, recommitting their lives to Christ.  It just so happens the american doctor here rotated with one of the surgeons that I know was a former missionary surgeon.

God is too cool.  I could seriously not be hired into a residency come March and know that exactly what happened during this time was God's will.  Life is incredible when we let God take over.

Let's take off the veil the world puts on and experience the Christian life fully.  This is my prayer for us today. -2nd Corinthians 3: 12-18

Day 1 of Ortho at Tenwek

I loved it.  It is so cool.  Lots of crazy stuff in clinic.

Arrived at Tenwek

I'm here and made it safely.  The drive is awesome through the rift valley.  I had a long discussion with the driver (also a Daniel) about what it looks like to find God's calling in your life.  We are very similar (of the Kikuyu tribe - they named me Kamau last time), and his aspirations were neat to talk about.  He along with many of the students I have talked to at the missions conference in St. Louis all seemed to be frustrated when asking this question "How do I find God's calling?"  the typical response is "Pray".  I know prayer is the most powerful tool that God gives us for finding discernment in our lives, and we are supposed to be praying continuously, and if you get the chance to come to Africa you can see what this looks like.  These people pray!  So, my response is this:

   Not only pray, but look for God's response intently.
   What strengths and talents did He bless you with?
   What situations have you been in that you best serve in the Kingdom mission?
   What mentors did He allow you to be introduced to?
   What challenges have you overcame with God's help?
   Where do you feel most at ease in living the Christian life?
   Where could you find persecution for presenting the gospel? -Matthew 16: 24-25

These are thoughts that have worked for me.  What has God used to express His will in your life?

Prayer at LIA

What a blessed day.

Picked up at 8:30 Kenyan time. (10:00).  Jakes as the driver.   Such a long overdue reunion. Prayer was impactful using genesis texts on the sovereignty of God, his desires to control the spirituality of our lives and ability to redirect humanity that has strayed.  Powerful.  James oke is back at Nairobi office and has another son of 6 weeks old.  So good to follow up on programs that have multiplied in Kisumu.  19 churches up from 5, 17 street children in homes! God is so good.

Kibera and kisumu have medical clinics with Kenyan doctors and dentists full time!  Went to Kibera to meet them.  So awesome and so much potential to help the worlds most vulnerable with healthcare in Jesus' name, using a Christ inspired model.

More to come but I'm using an iPad with the power out.

Travel to tenwek tomorrow.  Please forgive a day without a post in advance.

Relaxed Sunday

Woke up at the guesthouse with an odd feeling that 4 other people were missing.  Otherwise a very uneventful day.

Made it!

Had great flight mates from Finland.  Arrived early with all my bags (praise the Lord).  Dr. Emily and Dansun picked me up.  I am very thankful for all the prayers.  Please rest easy all those who were concerned.

Amsterdam

I'm over half way there, and very thankful for the open seat next to mine and much appreciated extra space on the 10 hour flight.  However, there were two small children using my seat as a playground from time to time.  I am very thankful for the ease of solo travel.

Last night in California

It was awesome to be so blessed with a wonderful final interview at Loma Linda.  As I prepare to board the planes back to Africa, I am very excited for many opportunites. 

I submitted my rank list of programs I am most interested in doing my residency at.  Another milestone in a medical students life.

I was truly guided through the entire process and am very thankful to now be done with my end of the work.

Another adventure is awaiting and I'm going to need your prayers throughout the upcoming 6 weeks.

Asante sana,

Daniel